Development Officer

Position: Development Officer

Reports To: Director, Philanthropy and Partnerships

Direct Reports: NA

Salary Range: $50,000–$70,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications

Status: Full-time, permanent

Location: Corporate Office/Hybrid

About the Institute for Advancements in Mental Health (IAM)

The Institute for Advancements in Mental Health (IAM) is a provincial leader in mental health advocacy, education, and systems change.

IAM was founded more than 40 years ago as the Schizophrenia Society of Ontario, established to support individuals and families affected by schizophrenia and psychosis. In 2020, the organization evolved into IAM to reflect a broadened mandate—building on deep expertise in complex mental illness while expanding its reach, partnerships, and system level impact across Ontario.

Today, IAM works at the intersection of mental health support, advocacy, education, and systems change. Our work is built around people living with complex mental illness and those who support them, with an emphasis on continuity of care, practical supports, and thoughtful, evidence‑informed practice. We collaborate with healthcare, community, and academic partners to meet real needs in the community. IAM focuses on long‑term stability and engagement, not short episodes of care or narrowly defined interventions.

Guided by a vision of redesigning society for better mental health, IAM is committed to practical, human-centred solutions that respond to real needs and help people thrive wherever they are on their mental health journey.

How We Work at IAM Health

At IAM Health, how we work matters as much as what we do. We look for people who take ownership for outcomes, collaborate across roles, communicate directly and respectfully, and are comfortable addressing challenges early with solutions.

About the Role

The Development Officer plays an important role in supporting IAM’s fundraising and partnership efforts. Working closely with the Director, Philanthropy and Partnerships, and the broader development team, this role supports relationship-based fundraising across individual, foundation, and corporate portfolios, with a strong focus on stewardship, proposal development, and donor engagement. The Development Officer will work closely with senior staff and external funders, gaining exposure to foundation, corporate, and partnership fundraising strategies.

This position is well suited to a relationship-oriented fundraiser with 2–10 years of experience who is eager to deepen their fundraising skills and contribute to a mission driven organization advancing mental health systems across Ontario through relationship-based philanthropy and partnerships.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities

Fundraising & Donor Engagement

• Support individual, foundation, and corporate fundraising activities, including prospect identification, research, and cultivation.
• Assist in developing and implementing donor stewardship and engagement strategies.
• Participate in donor meetings, calls, and engagement activities, as appropriate.

Grant & Proposal Support

• Assist with the development, writing, and submission of grant proposals, letters of intent, and sponsorship requests.
• Coordinate proposal timelines, internal inputs, and supporting documentation.
• Support preparation of budgets, narratives, and funder reports in collaboration with development, program, and finance teams.

Stewardship, Reporting & Systems

• Prepare donor acknowledgements, stewardship materials, and impact updates.
• Track funder deliverables and recognition requirements.
• Maintain accurate donor and prospect records in the fundraising database (Raiser’s Edge).

Collaboration & Organizational Support

• Work collaboratively with colleagues across programs, communications, and events to support integrated fundraising efforts.
• Attend IAM events as required to support donor and stakeholder engagement.
• Participate in development meetings and revenue tracking discussions.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

Qualifications & Experience

• University degree in a relevant field (e.g., fundraising, communications, business, social sciences) or equivalent experience
• 2–10 years of experience in fundraising, development, or a related role within the nonprofit or charitable sector
• Experience supporting proposal writing, donor stewardship, or prospect research
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with excellent attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Strong interpersonal skills and comfort building relationships with diverse stakeholders
• Sensitivity to issues affecting individuals and families impacted by mental illness
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team

Technical Skills

• Working knowledge of donor databases (e.g., Raiser’s Edge or similar)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Familiarity with online grant portals is an asset.

Work Environment Indicate the regular work environment as well as

• Hybrid work environment combining remote and office‑based work at our corporate office in Toronto
• Occasional local travel for meetings or events

This is a permanent, full-time position working 35 hours per week with a competitive benefits package. The salary range for this position is $50,000–$70,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

The successful candidate must be fully vaccinated by the start date.

IAM is committed to employment equity and actively seeks applicants from diverse backgrounds.

How to Apply

Please submit your cover letter and resume (Word or PDF format) by May 26, 2026, via e-mail to careers@iamentalhealth.ca. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

We thank all applicants in advance but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.